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What’s the value of installing a new boiler?
If you've read our article on improving your home's EPC rating, you've seen our advice that installing a new boiler saves you money or your energy bills and cuts your carbon footprint. However,...
Am I paying too much Council Tax?
Could you be paying too much Council Tax? Your Council Tax bill is based on the value of your property and the area you live in. Add in the possible available discounts and it can be hard to tell if...
What is Virgin Media Stream?
Virgin Media Stream is the TV streaming service from Virgin Media that comes completely contract-free. Stream aims to be one place to collect all of your streaming subscriptions, catch-up...
Do I have to do an end of tenancy clean?
How clean should my house be when I move? Whether or not it's required by your contract, it's considered polite to clean your house when you move out. You may well be back in touch with the new...
15 easy tips for saving water
Our top tips for saving water are here to help keep your bills and your carbon footprint low. Saving water reduces your environmental impact by cutting the energy needed to clean, transport and heat...
How can I improve my EPC rating?
Does your home or a property you own have a low EPC rating? The EPC - Energy Performance Certificate - of a home is a score of how energy-efficient it is. A better EPC means less energy wastage and...
How to get proof of address in the UK
Proof of address is one of the key pieces of ID you'll need while living in the UK. You'll be asked for it when opening a bank account, registering for local services, starting a tenancy and more....
The water bill jargon buster – Understanding your water bill
Understanding your water bill is key to being sure you're paying the right amount every month. We've put together this water bill jargon buster to make things a little easier. You'll find...
Energy
Warm Home Discount 2022: what you need to know
The Warm Home Discount is a one-off payment made to certain households to help with their winter energy bills. This year, the payment is rising from £140 to £150. The other major change this year...
Save energy, save on bills – which appliances use the most energy?
It's more important than ever to save energy With the skyrocketing cost of living at its highest level in a decade, budgets are squeezed tight - many households are facing hardships and looking for...
Grab a pen, and take your meter readings before the Price Cap change. Here’s why
There's an easy way to make sure you're paying the best rates for energy this autumn - take meter readings before the price cap change. The energy price cap may not be increasing by as much as we...
Energy Price Cap will now be limited to £2,500 for the average UK household
Prime Minister Liz Truss has confirmed that her government will combat the cost of living crisis by limiting the energy price cap to £2,500 for the average household for the next two years. The new...
Broadband & TV
Estimate your utility bills with our Utility Bills Calculator (updated 2023)
With energy rates changing every other month, many are wondering how new prices would reflect in their household utility bills. Easily estimate your utility bills To help you better budget...
Where to watch Premier League matches – August/September 2022
With the Lionesses finally bringing it home in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 and the Premier League kicking off this weekend, we're all ready for the second half of a legendary summer for football....
Where to watch House of the Dragon, trailer and more
The first full trailer for the brand new 'Game of Thrones' TV spin off 'House of the Dragon' has just been released, and fans can't wait until August 21st. The new show will air exclusively on Sky...
A cheaper Netflix with ads is coming at the end of 2022
In a long-rumoured announcement, Netflix confirmed that ad-supported plans aren't just coming - they're a priority. The streaming service has not yet revealed how much it will cost to subscribe to...
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Moving Guides
Can I switch broadband providers for free under contract?
Broadband contracts are often long-term deals lasting anything from nine months to two years. For that reason, it can be scary to commit to a certain package, as prices are bound to change and it is likely that you will miss out on a better deal. So can you switch...
Ultimate Checklist For Moving Home: All You Need to Know
Moving home is supposed to be fun and exciting, however, every move comes with a great amount of difficulty and often you might end up feeling overwhelmed! Therefore, we have put together a checklist for all the things important and less important - to make sure that...
5 top tips for getting the best deal for broadband
Whether you think broadband is the most revolutionary invention of all time, or feel threatened by its ever-growing power and control it has over the human race, it's here to stay. It is thoroughly ingrained into our society and we all use it for many aspects...
Get a free house cleaning session, on us!
Whether you are moving house or simply fancy taking advantage of free cleaning services in London, we have the answer. Our partner, Housekeep, offers two hours of cleaning absolutely free. There's no contract, no obligation to use them again after the free two hours...
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